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Graduate - Supply, trading & shipping - China (Jan 2027)
Location: China - Pudong · This position is not available for remote working
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bp supply, trading & shipping graduate programme – China (Jan 2027)
About bp
As a leading global energy company with a presence in 61 countries, bp’s purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. We are one of only a few companies that can deliver energy – at scale – to countries and millions of customers every day. With more than 100 years of experience, we bring together technology, innovation and deep expertise that keeps communities moving, – and we’re still evolving.
About early careers
Early careers opportunities
Your talent. Your skills. Your big ideas (and even bigger dreams). We know you have a lot to give. So we’ll make sure you get a lot in return. From next-level experiences to global impact. From inspiring teammates to exceptional support, – we offer graduate and internship roles across multiple areas.
Our supply, trading & shipping graduate programme
Fast-moving. High impact. Full of possibility. In supply, trading & shipping (ST&S), every decision matters, – and you’ll be making them sooner than you think.
Why work in ST&S at bp?
Play a role in powering economies worldwide.
Work in a fast-paced environment where every second counts.
Build future-proof skills that open up many different career paths.
Learn from experienced teams who’ll help you grow your commercial confidence.
As an ST&S graduate, you’ll complete three rotations designed to give you breadth of experience across your chosen business area while also supporting you to build technical depth. From analysing data to influencing decision making, to building customer relationships and shaping deals, – this programme gives you the exposure and experience to start building a future in commercial business.
Join us and you’ll get the support of a structured technical pathway and our training programme, helping you grow both professionally and personally. In return, you'll bring your ideas, curiosity and ambition to real business challenges. Along the way, you'll be part of a supportive bp early careers community that will help you grow, succeed and make a meaningful impact from day one.
We’re recruiting for graduates to join us on the Commercial track for a January 2027 start.
Commercial development track: Every year, bp invests billions of dollars searching for new sources of energy, supplying our customers with the fuels they need. You’ll help to ensure we make the best use of our investment. We want you to be in the best position to propose new and creative ways to maximize value. The commercial development track will help you to develop strong commercial acumen which is supported by the different rotations you will undertake. You may find yourself placed in a team that sets strategy, tracks the market, or manages foreign exchange, or you may be a trading operator responsible for the logistical success of a trading deal. Other rotations include marketing & origination, structured products and chartering.
No matter where you work, all the roles will offer a challenging experience that gives you first-hand exposure to our supply, trading & shipping activities and will contribute to building your long-term career in the organisation.
About you
As a bp graduate, you will have an interest and/or skill in delivering economic value back to a business, identifying solutions and strategies resulting in cost savings and a natural negotiation style. No matter where you work at bp, you’ll be valued, included and respected. We’ll provide you with on-going support and we’ll reward you for the great work you do.
In a global energy market defined by rapid shifts, complexity, and uncertainty, we value people with commercial hunger and sound judgment, not just technical perfection.
Our traders and commercial teams operate across global desks in London, the US, and Asia, engaging customers across Japan, Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Vietnam, and beyond. As a result, the ability to connect with people across cultures, build trust, and communicate clearly in global teams is foundational.
Equally important is initiative and intellectual curiosity. Markets do not come with instruction manuals. We look for individuals who actively try to understand what is moving prices, who form hypotheses, and who develop the instinct to sense where opportunity may emerge before it is obvious.
A trading environment also requires the confidence to take risk, paired with accountability and discipline. Decisions are often made under time pressure and imperfect information, and resilience matters. We do not optimise for blemish‑less CVs. Some of our strongest performers are those who have faced setbacks, learned from failure, and demonstrated the grit to push forward with even greater determination.
To be eligible for the ST&S graduate programme you should:
be currently pursuing a bachelor’s or master’s degree in any discipline which could range from Business, Commerce, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Arts to STEM
be in your final year of study, graduating by Dec 2026 or recently graduated
on track to achieve a cumulative GPA equivalent to Second Upper Honours or above
Please note the following when applying:
You can only apply to 1 bp early careers opportunity globally per academic year. Within this time, we will only process the first application you make, and you’ll be withdrawn from any subsequent applications.
Please note that vacancies are filled on an ongoing basis after opening and we may close applications before any stated deadline. Therefore, we highly recommend you submit your application as early as possible to be considered for the opportunity of your choice.
Applications close on 16 October 2026.
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